Jr. Software Test & Evaluation Engineer (Cleared) - 30980

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Role

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII’s System Integration group is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join our Integrated Training Systems Software Development team. This full-time, on-site position is located in Virginia Beach, VA.

As a Software Test Engineer, you will be a key contributor in the design, development, testing, and deployment of the Advanced Training Domain (ATD) a shipboard combat system trainer used to enhance fleet readiness.

Key Job Responsibilities

The Software Test Engineer serves as a versatile technical professional with a blend of software engineering, systems analysis, and network integration skills. In this role, you will guide hybrid software, web, and hardware products from initial specification through deployment and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Integrating network operating systems, application software, and hardware components.
• Managing the full development lifecycle of complex software and hardware systems, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and sustainment.
• Developing and executing Level 3 Test Procedures in alignment with Software Requirement Specifications (SRS) or equivalent documentation.
• Performing regression testing in lab environments and aboard ship when required.
• Providing on-site installation and system verification support (up to 10% travel).

What You Must Have

• 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
• Experience and/or knowledge of systems engineering
• Working knowledge of Unix and Linux platforms
• Experience and/or knowledge with C++ and Java software
• Experience and/or knowledge of implementation and testing of Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
• Ability to develop a task plan and then execute the plan
• Ability to obtain an IAT Level II Certification within 3 months of hire)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must hold a current or active DoD secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in an Engineering discipline
• Operational or development knowledge of training systems is a plus but not required
• Possession of a current IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+)
• Experience with JIRA, GitHub, and subversion a plus
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler (or the equivalent)
• Experience with Automated Testing Software for RHEL 8 (and later)

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.